§ 38-1228. Natural features/project design.

(a)

The natural topography, soils and vegetation should be preserved and utilized, where possible, through the careful location and design of circulation ways, buildings and structures, parking areas, recreation areas, open space, and drainage facilities. Designation and use of conservation areas must be consistent with the adopted growth management policy.

(b)

The proposed location and arrangement of structures should not be detrimental to the existing or committed adjacent land uses or to the existing or committed development of the neighborhood. Building setbacks from the normal high water elevation of all natural water bodies shall be a minimum of fifty (50) feet. Established minimum floor elevations shall be observed. The major street setback requirements which are governed by article XV of this chapter shall apply. Lighting, access point, or activities resulting in high noise levels which adversely affect abutting property shall be prohibited.

(P & Z Res., art. XXIX, § 10(a)(3))

Editor's note

Ord. No. 95-31, § 2, adopted September 26, 1995, set out the following provisions: "Any references in Chapter 38 of the Orange County Code to noise level requirements . . . are hereby repealed."